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'I just want somewhere I can call home for my children'

Two parents speak to BBC News NI about their struggles at finding accommodation after becoming homeless.

BBC News - 4h

I have two life-insurance policies, but ‘rude’ agents keep calling me to change the terms. How do I stop this harassment?

“The agent said that my policy is in jeopardy of lapsing.”

MarketWatch - 5h

Inside Sara Sharif's life of violence and torture

The 10-year-old was sassy, bubbly and dreamed of being on X Factor, but behind closed doors she was brutally beaten. Why could no-one save her?

BBC News - 13h

I Tried the Cheapest Sauna on Wayfair

If you've been chasing an easy way to overheat, this click-together infrared sauna is easy to set up and works great.

Wired - 14h

Two decades after 'The Simple Life,' Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie are ready for an encore

It's been more than 20 years since the premiere of their hit reality TV show, but the pair are finally returning to their roots and trying their hand at another role: opera creators.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

I’m a 59-year-old recluse with PTSD, a cancer diagnosis and no living relatives. What should I do with my $900,000 life savings?

“I have a large bank as trustee, and it will take a large chunk to distribute my estate.”

MarketWatch - 9h

Al-Assad Is Gone, and One Idea Fills My Brain

On Sunday at 3 a.m. my mother woke me with a shaky voice. All our phones were ringing and the TV was loud. “He fell, Zaina, he fell. Assad fell.”

The New York Times - 10h

A moment that changed me: I was loving life as a cellist – then something snapped in my arm

As a teenager with a scholarship to a prestigious music school, I was looking forward to a future playing Dvořák, Shostakovich and Elgar. Then came the injury that shattered my dreams. When I was ...

The Guardian - 21h

Explosion at house leaves two in hospital

Two people are in hospital after an explosion at a terraced house in Ilford.

BBC News - 1d

Nikki Giovanni – a life in pictures

Nikki Giovanni, born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on 7 June 1943, was a critically acclaimed poet, educator and activist whose work was pivotal to the Black Arts movement and the Black Power movement. ...

The Guardian - 1d

Nippon Life in Talks to Acquire Resolution Life

The potential deal follows Nippon Life’s purchase of a stake in Corebridge Financial from American International Group and underscores the Japanese insurer’s thirst for deals abroad.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

I can afford my life. Why can’t I be less anxious about money?

Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs and flows. My worries about money aren’t entirely rooted in reality. Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs ...

The Guardian - 1d

Nippon Life in talks to buy Resolution Life for $8.2bn in jumbo insurance deal

Acquisition would be largest-ever overseas agreement by Japanese insurer

Financial Times - 1d

Pien Meulensteen: ‘Commentary was never something I thought I was going to get into’

Daughter of former manager René Meulensteen on overcoming her doubts and the growth of women’s game. Clipboard in the centre, teamsheet at the front and Rowntree’s Randoms to the right. Pien ...

The Guardian - 1d

Sharks trade Blackwood to Avs for two players, two draft picks

The San Jose Sharks are moving on from goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

The underdog life of Josh Butler

After losing both of his parents, Josh Butler went viral for escorting his dogs on the field on Senior Day in 2019. Now, he's proving his worth in the NFL.

ESPN - 2d

The endangered Mercosaurus roars back to life

Europe and South America revive a dormant deal

Financial Times - 2d

Leinster spark into life and cruise past Bristol

Leinster begin their pursuit of a fifth Investec Champions Cup crown with a ruthless second half display to claim a bonus-point victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate.

BBC News - 3d

'I lost a year of my life when stalker moved to UK'

Stephanie Hill, a former Miss England, says her stalker sent hundreds of messages.

BBC News - 3d

Must I Share My Story?

A reader asks whether she needs to let her new colleagues, most of whom work remotely, know that she is undergoing chemotherapy treatments.

The New York Times - 3d

‘I always have a moment of confession’: Peter Sarsgaard on truth, ethics and the quirks of family life

Peter Sarsgaard’s calm authority has brought depth to a huge range of roles, from Dopesick to Batman. He talks about his dismay at Trump’s victory, trying to do the right thing, and raising his ...

The Guardian - 3d

Are there any pitfalls to having my retirement savings in two brokerage accounts? I have $900,000 in an IRA and 401(k).

“I’m 52 years old and I don’t plan on drawing from my IRA until my required minimum distribution.”

MarketWatch - 4d

Longevity doctor and yogi: I 'build my life around' these 5 daily habits—anyone can benefit from them

Dr. Monisha Bhanote, a longevity physician, has studied cellular health for decades. These are the practices she abides by for a long, healthy life.

CNBC - 4d

Hairy Biker Si King: 'Dave and I are best mates in life and death'

The TV chef celebrates the life of his co-star and says their friendship does not just end after Dave's death.

BBC News - 5d

Freedman Town's history comes to life in new documentary

Kathleen Sanders shares the story of her grandmother, Katie Johnson Warren, in a new documentary. The film explores the history of Freedman Town as a safe haven for African Americans during a time ...

CBS News - 5d

How a villain came to life in 'Dune: Part Two'

Perhaps no single character made a bigger impact onscreen in 'Dune: Part Two' than the viciously terrifying Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, played by Austin Butler.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Two Officiants Walk Into a Wine Bar

Kaitlyn Barclay and Ingrid Parl have each performed wedding ceremonies for three couples. They recently had their own.

The New York Times - 5d

Weight-loss drug Mounjaro 'changed my life,' says mother-of-two

People struggling with their weight welcome the NHS rollout of Mounjaro but worry about delays.

BBC News - 6d

'I know how dramatic it was in real life': Michael Mann chats about 'The Insider'

Director Michael Mann spoke between a double feature of 'The Insider' and 'Heat,' kicking off a new screening series hosted by the Los Angeles Film Critics Assn.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

A Home Library Can Tell Your Life Story

These interior designers have strategies for creating personal spaces for reading, whether it is in a dedicated room or a welcoming corner in your house.

The New York Times - 6d

I love Christmas, especially making edible gifts – even for the grinches in my life

In this week’s Feast newsletter: Everything about the holidays makes me happy, even light-up earrings. But my favourite thing is whipping up treats for loved ones. • Sign up here for our weekly ...

The Guardian - 6d

The Best Gifts for the Beverage Enthusiast in Your Life (2024)

Our favorite WIRED-tested giftable gadgets for everything from water and coffee to wine and cocktails.

Wired - 6d

Ex-boyfriend sentenced to life in femicide that rocked Italy

A 23-year-old Italian man has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting to stabbing his ex-girlfriend in a closely watched case that sparked public outcry.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Share with parents or rent forever: ‘I have put life on hold while trying to buy a house’

Thanks to the housing crisis, Australians are learning to live together in ways previously associated with students and twentysomethings. Can we accept it as the new norm?. Read other stories in ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4